Owen Rabbit has rapidly emerged as one of the most notable musicians of the year. The Melbourne-based electronic producer gained critical acclaim with previous releases including the otherworldly ‘Weeds’. His latest track, ‘Oh My God’ continues to showcase him as something of a pioneer. Not without its lyrical dark side, this raises you to your…
The Duke Spirit: ‘Make It Alright’
I remember a chance encounter with The Duke Spirit back in 2005 in a Glasgow hotel, I was completely starstruck. We had seen the band at T in the Park earlier that year and Cuts Across the Land was consistently recommended on the various music forums I had become entrenched in. ‘Love Is An Unfamiliar’ still…
Eat Fast: ‘Public Display Of Affection’
It’s not often that we feature every release from a band on the site. Newcastle’s Eat Fast have become a standout band if not the highlight of 2016. They continue a winning streak with their latest release, ‘Public Display Of Affection’. With a near-constant fist-pumping adrenaline from start to finish, this delivers the kind of heartfelt abandon that you…
New Fries: ‘Mary Poppins’ Pockets’
A breath of fresh air hit this week in the shape of Toronto-based experimental 4-piece New Fries. Ahead of their mini album release More on November 25th, they have revealed the extraordinary ‘Mary Poppins’ Pockets’. It comes as little surprise that the band are working with Graham Walsh (Holy Fuck) given his work with the…
Polykite: ‘Bones’
Melbourne shoegaze quintet Polykite are another triumph to emerge from the current Melbourne music landscape. Their debut single ‘Bones’ has all the makings of an early 4AD roster tribute, I found myself lost in the depths of the arrangement, the reverb -drenched vocals surround your aural perimeter like a choir of angels. This is a song…
Tigertown: ‘Papernote’
Australia has emerged as a frontrunner this year in the new music stakes and Sydney’s Tigertown are testament to that. The family outfit, husband-wife duo Chris and Charlie Collins joined by the former’s brother Alexi and sister Elodie have revealed a sonic game changer. Not only is ‘Papernote’ Song of the Day, but this is…
Fair Mothers: ‘Blind’
Having received the email that read something along the lines of “Fair Mothers collaborating with Kathryn Joseph and production by Marcus Mackay”, there’s not really much more you need as a sales pitch. ‘Blind’ is the first single to be taken from Fair Mother’s forthcoming album Through Them Fingers Yours And Mine. The moniker of Aberdeen’s Kevin…
Vasa: ‘Burst’
There’s been a distinct lack of quality heavy rock in Scotland of late. It continues to be saturated in electro-pop or folk of late and feels less dynamic than it has been for a while. Thankfully, one of my favourite bands of the last few year, Vasa, have returned like a steamroller with their latest…
Haley Bonar: ‘Called You Queen’
Following the release of her highly anticipated album Impossible Dream, Haley Bonar has shared her latest video ‘Called You Queen’. It isn’t hyperbole to call this the stand out track from her latest long player and Bonar’s soothing muse is consistently compelling, showcasing both her heedful lyrics and terrific melodies. Her gift here is that contrast she creates between her dark, enigmatical words and rainbow harmonies.…
Linying: ‘Paris 12’
Singapore chanteuse, Linying, has already enjoyed significant success with previous singles, ‘Sticky Leaves’ and ‘Alpine’ ahead of her EP out later this month on Akira Records. With its shadowy mystique, ‘Paris 12’ is her latest release. Linying’s words convey heartache, loss and desolation, but the grandiose breath of sonic majesty that surrounds them is both powerful and…
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